Krasinski, Hunt, Common among in-crowd at Sundance (AP)
AP - John Krasinski, Helen Hunt, Michael Cera, Amanda Seyfried, Danny Glover and rap star Common are among the stars with movies heading to the Sundance Film Festival.
Doctors: George Michael recovering in Vienna (AP)
AP - Doctors treating George Michael say the ex-front man for the pop group "Wham!" is making progress as he recovers from pneumonia.
LL Cool J preps for Grammy nominations double duty (AP)
AP - Don't call it a comeback. It's a tribute.
Jackson doctor called suicidal after verdict (AP)
AP - A probation report says the doctor convicted of killing Michael Jackson was listed as suicidal in jail records before his sentencing. But a spokesman for Dr. Conrad Murray says the physician remains resilient.
‘Tree,’ ‘Beginners’ tie at Gotham Film Awards (AP)
AP - Award season kicked off with a tie for Best Feature at the annual Gotham Independent Film Awards as Terrence Malick's highly imaginative "The Tree of Life" shared the night's high honor with Mike Mills's flashback comedy, "Beginners."
British film director Ken Russell dies at 84 (AP)
AP - Director Ken Russell got Oliver Reed and Alan Bates to wrestle naked, turned Vanessa Redgrave into a demonic nun and cast Ringo Starr as the pope. Critics and mainstream audiences often hated his films. Actors and admirers loved him.
Doris Day sings out for first time in 17 years (AP)
AP - Doris Day, America's pert, honey-voiced sweetheart of the 1950s and 1960s, beguiled audiences with her on-screen romances opposite top Hollywood leading men Cary Grant, Rock Hudson and Jack Lemmon.
Early Walt Disney drawing up for auction in Nevada (AP)
AP - An original, autographed drawing by Walt Disney, believed to have been made about 1920 before he hit it big in the entertainment world, will go up for auction in Reno this week.
‘Twilight’ keeps shining with $42M second weekend (AP)
AP - The latest "Twilight" movie has plenty of daylight left with a second-straight win at the weekend box office.
Movie Scores: How the critics rated the new movies (AP)
AP - A silent film has critics shouting their praises in its opening weekend. The black-and-white "The Artist" was the best-reviewed new movie of the crowded Thanksgiving holiday.
Author Charles Frazier follows the sound of music (AP)
AP - Growing up deep in the mountains of western North Carolina in the 1950s and 1960s, a young Charles Frazier couldn't wait for the sun to go down. That's when the WLAC signal would suddenly come clear out of the night sky and things would get really interesting on his radio.
JK Rowling: UK press left me feeling under siege (AP)
AP - Writer J.K. Rowling and actress Sienna Miller gave a London courtroom a vivid picture on Thursday of the anxiety, anger and fear produced by living in the glare of Britain's tabloid media, describing how press intrusion made them feel like prisoners in their own homes.
Actress Sienna Miller tells inquiry of media abuse (AP)
AP - Actress Sienna Miller told a media ethics inquiry Thursday that she was left paranoid and scared by years of relentless tabloid pursuit that ranged from paparazzi outside her house to the hacking of her mobile phone.
NBC apologizes to Bachmann for Fallon song choice (AP)
AP - GOP Presidential candidate Michele Bachmann received an apology from an NBC executive after an off-color song was played during her appearance on Jimmy Fallon's "Late Night," her spokeswoman said late Wednesday.
‘Shame’ poses intriguing test for NC-17 rating (AP)
AP - The NC-17 rated "Shame" poses an intriguing test for the much-lamented rating and stands a chance of being one of the most notable adults-only releases since "Last Tango in Paris" or "Midnight Cowboy."
James Taylor, Selena Gomez join Swift onstage (AP)
AP - Taylor Swift closed her "Speak Now World Tour" with her best friend and the man her parents named her after.
Griffin O’Neal pleads guilty to DUI (AP)
AP - Griffin O'Neal, the son of actor Ryan O'Neal, has pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of drugs stemming from a head-on crash that injured another motorist.
Grammy noms special to honor Ashford, Leiber (AP)
AP - Three months after losing musical and life partner Nick Ashford, Valerie Simpson acknowledges that she still has a hard time performing any of the classic songs they created together.
Britain wins 5 International Emmys (AP)
AP - Christopher Eccleston and Julie Walters garnered the main acting awards as British TV productions won five International Emmys on Monday, including two for the BBC crime anthology "Accused."
‘Breaking Dawn’ lures packs of fans with $138.1M (AP)
AP - "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1" put the bite on the weekend box office with a $138.1 million debut.
Swift unstoppable at American Music Awards (AP)
AP - Taylor Swift and Adele tied with three wins at the American Music Awards, but the event belonged to the country superstar after she beat the soulful crooner, as well as Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Lil Wayne, to win artist of the year, the ceremony's highest accolade, which the 21-year-old singer-songwriter previously claimed in 2009.
Taylor Swift wins 3 trophies at AMAs (AP)
AP - Taylor Swift was crowned artist of the year at the American Music Awards for a second time.
Painted bodies transformed into art in Venezuela (AP)
AP - Artists used paint, ornaments and glitter to transform the human body into artwork at a festival in Venezuela, showing off designs that ranged from pure fantasy to indigenous myths.
Bonnie Pointer arrested during LA traffic stop (AP)
AP - Authorities say singer Patricia "Bonnie" Pointer of the Pointer Sisters has been arrested for investigation of possessing rock cocaine.
Official says Wagner not a suspect in Wood death (AP)
AP - Investigators reopened the case of Natalie Wood's 1981 drowning after receiving new information they deemed credible enough to warrant another look at one of Hollywood's most enduring mysteries.
Judge orders press away from Hugh Grant’s ex, baby (AP)
AP - A British judge has ordered paparazzi to stay away from Hugh Grant's ex, Tinglan Hong, who says she has been harassed and hounded since she had a baby with the actor.
Annoying Orange to star in Cartoon Network series (AP)
AP - Hey, apple! Guess who's coming to TV?
For Williams, a release in playing Marilyn Monroe (AP)
AP - The connection between Michelle Williams' acting and her personal life is so strong that even she gets the two confused sometimes.
Kim Cattrall proves to be no coward on Broadway (AP)
AP - Kim Cattrall was on stage recently when her past loudly interrupted.
Case tossed against accused Selena Gomez stalker (AP)
AP - A judge has dismissed a criminal charge against a man accused of stalking actress and singer Selena Gomez.
Lohan’s father scheduled for Tampa court hearing (AP)
AP - Actress Lindsay Lohan's estranged father is scheduled to appear in court in Florida on domestic violence charges.
Defense witness in Murray case faces contempt fine (AP)
AP - A scientist who was the star defense witness in the trial of Michael Jackson's doctor will be in court Wednesday to fight a threatened $1,000 fine for contempt.
Sandusky interview surprised even NBC’s Bob Costas (AP)
AP - Even Bob Costas is surprised that former assistant Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky spoke to him about child sex-abuse allegations.
Don DeLillo’s discusses first story collection (AP)
AP - Don DeLillo is among the world's most influential and celebrated writers, but only close observers of his jacket photos are likely to recognize his face — roundish and dark-eyed, with lowered eyebrows and a watchful, withholding expression as if he were the bearer of classified information.
Diddy to pay tribute to late rapper Heavy D in NY (AP)
AP - Rap mogul Diddy and the Rev. Al Sharpton will speak at late rapper Heavy D's funeral on Friday, and BET Networks plans a tribute for him at the Soul Train awards.
Reality star JWOWW says TSA singled her out (AP)
AP - Reality television star JWOWW says on her official Twitter account that she was "treated like a criminal" when airport security officers singled her out for a pat down in North Dakota.
‘Immortals’ reigns with $32M opening weekend (AP)
AP - The gods of ancient Greece have extended their rule to the weekend box office with a No. 1 debut for the action tale "Immortals."
Oscar’s tumultuous week ends with Governors Awards (AP)
AP - After a tumultuous week that saw the departure and replacement of the Oscar show's host and producer, the film academy enjoyed a night of good vibes Saturday at its third annual Governors Awards. You might even say the force was with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
On ‘SNL,’ Penn State scandal offends even Satan (AP)
AP - On "Saturday Night Live," even the devil was offended by the Penn State child sex abuse scandal.
First Oscars of season cap tumultuous week (AP)
AP - The first Academy Awards of the season will be presented Saturday night, capping a tumultuous week that saw the abrupt departure and rapid replacement of the Oscar show producer and host.
New book offers glimpse of Jackson’s personal life (AP)
AP - A personal assistant turned personal manager to Michael Jackson said the King of Pop had been taking propofol as early as 1999, and that the singer was drugged up ahead of his 2001 30th anniversary concerts.
Funeral planned for Heavy D at historic NY church (AP)
AP - A private funeral for rap legend Heavy D will be held at a historic black Baptist church in a northern suburb of New York City.
After conviction, legal woes mount for Jackson doc (AP)
AP - Jail time is not the only problem looming for the doctor convicted in Michael Jackson's death. Lawsuits, medical licensing issues and possible payments to Jackson's family await.
Puerto Rican duo Calle 13 dominates Latin Grammys (AP)
AP - Calle 13, the Puerto Rican hip-hop duo acclaimed for its politically charged lyrics, Afro-Caribbean beats and raunchy dance anthems, emerged as the new darling of Latin music Thursday night after sweeping the Latin Grammy Awards and collecting its 19th award from the Latin Recording Academy.
Report: Prince William to go to the Falklands (AP)
AP - Sky News is reporting that Britain's Prince William will be deployed to the Falkland Islands next year.
Mariah Carey: Pregnancy made my voice stronger (AP)
AP - Mariah Carey is known for her five-octave range, and she says her voice has gotten stronger, thanks to pregnancy.
Alzheimer’s murder mystery wins medical lit prize (AP)
AP - A thriller told from the perspective of an Alzheimer's-afflicted murder suspect has won the medical-themed Wellcome Trust Book Prize, organizers said Wednesday.
AP Exclusive: Contents of MJ’s final home for sale (AP)
AP - The bed where Michael Jackson took his last breath is up for sale.
Another star gracefully leaves `Dancing’ (AP)
AP - Nancy Grace is done with "Dancing With the Stars."
MSNBC to air film on Michael Jackson’s doctor (AP)
AP - Just days after the guilty verdict for Conrad Murray, MSNBC will broadcast a documentary that promises to give the inside story of Michael Jackson's doctor.
Guilty verdict for Jackson doctor ends latest saga (AP)
AP - The single word, "Guilty," brought a muffled shriek in the gallery of the packed courtroom and tears from Michael Jackson's family, but no reaction from the doctor convicted of supplying the King of Pop with the drug he craved for sleep.
Brody Jenner, Avril Lavigne report assault in LA (AP)
AP - Reality TV star Brody Jenner says he was hit with a bottle outside the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and girlfriend singer Avril Lavigne tweeted that she was also attacked.
Ebert says show in danger of being canceled (AP)
AP - Famed film critic Roger Ebert is telling his readers that he may have to cancel his television show "Ebert Presents: At the Movies" unless someone steps up and helps him and his wife pay for it.
Bieber, Gaga dominate MTV awards in Belfast (AP)
AP - The MTV Europe Music Awards turned into a celebration of Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga Sunday night as the two picked up a number of top prizes, including best male and best female act.
Bieber, Gaga draw fans at MTV awards in Belfast (AP)
AP - The American band Thirty Seconds to Mars won best alternative act at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on Sunday night.
Andy Rooney, wry ‘60 Minutes’ commentator, dies (AP)
AP - Andy Rooney so dreaded the day he had to end his signature "60 Minutes" commentaries about life's large and small absurdities that he kept going until he was 92 years old.
‘Wonka’ actor who played Violet’s dad dies at 87 (AP)
AP - Leonard Stone, who played the father who accompanied chronic gum-chewer Violet Beauregarde on a tour through a far-out candy palace in "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," has died.
The Who launch teen cancer program at LA hospital (AP)
AP - The two original members of the British rock band The Who have launched a program for teens and young adults with cancer.
AP Exclusive: Giffords vows return to Congress (AP)
AP - Rep. Gabrielle Giffords vows to return to Congress in a new book that describes her months of intense therapy and her emotional struggle to come to terms with being shot in the head at point-blank range.
TV talent shows scout young singers; new Bieber? (AP)
AP - Hey, kids, are you falling short of your pop stardom dreams? With so many TV talent shows after you, there's scant excuse for reaching adolescence without a record deal.
Case against Michael Jackson’s doctor goes to jury (AP)
AP - The case of Michael Jackson's doctor was placed in a jury's hands Thursday after contentious legal arguments over who was to blame for the superstar's death — the celebrity who craved sleep at any cost or the doctor accused of providing the drugs that killed him.
Aronofsky to direct Lou Reed, Metallica video (AP)
AP - Darren Aronofsky will direct a music video from the new Metallica and Lou Reed album, "Lulu."
Following Bieber, comes an influx of young singers (AP)
AP - The kids are all right — at least in the music industry.
Kim Kardashian: Intuition led to divorce decision (AP)
AP - A grim-looking Kim Kardashian said "intuition" led her to end her 72-day-old marriage, insisting in an Australian television interview on Thursday there was no "right or wrong" way to handle the situation.
Judge sentences Lindsay Lohan to jail for 30 days (AP)
AP - A judge sentenced Lindsay Lohan on Wednesday to 30 days in jail and warned the actress there would be plenty more time behind bars if she violated further court orders.
‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ salutes veterans (AP)
AP - Stars including Jewel, Whoopi Goldberg and Robin Williams are taking part in a special Veterans Day edition of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."
Another celeb leaves `Dancing With the Stars’ (AP)
AP - It was the last tango for David Arquette.
Jerry Seinfeld first guest host to follow Philbin (AP)
AP - Regis Philbin's chair on "Live!" won't have time to cool off before Jerry Seinfeld arrives as the first guest host of the post-Regis era.
Lake leads, Grace finishes last on ‘Dancing’ (AP)
AP - Ricki Lake again claimed the top spot on "Dancing With the Stars," her fifth first-place finish so far this season.